Key Stage 1 Teacher

Academics; Havering-Atte-Bower; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is recruiting a permanent Key Stage 1 Teacher for Havering with a January start, offering a stable, long-term role in a primary school.

The ideal candidate holds QTS, has KS1 classroom experience, and can plan engaging lessons, manage behaviour, assess progress, and collaborate with colleagues.

Qualifications

• QTS and the right to teach in the UK.
• Previous KS1 teaching experience.
• Secure knowledge of the KS1 curriculum.
• Strong organisation and classroom management skills.
• Ability to adapt lessons around the needs of individual learners.
• Creative and enthusiastic approach to teaching.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Enhanced DBS, or willingness to obtain one where necessary.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver purposeful KS1 lessons.
• Build a positive classroom culture with high expectations.
• Use a range of teaching strategies to meet diverse learners.
• Assess children’s work using observations and data.
• Provide appropriate support and challenge to progress.
• Manage behaviour consistently and positively.
• Collaborate with colleagues for a joined-up learning approach.
• Contribute to school activities and wider community.

Skills

QTS

Classroom management

Curriculum knowledge KS1

Differentiation

Communication

Education

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

Enhanced DBS

Job description

Key Stage 1 Teacher Havering

Ready for a fresh start in the new year? Academics are currently recruiting for a permanent Key Stage 1 Teacher position in Havering, with a January start for a teacher who is passionate about giving children the very best start to their education.

This role would suit a confident and motivated teacher who enjoys bringing learning to life and wants to become an integral part of a primary school for the long term.

What You'll Be Doing

Joining the school as a Key Stage 1 Teacher in Havering, you will have the opportunity to take ownership of your classroom and create a learning environment where pupils are encouraged to participate, challenge themselves and develop their confidence.

Your day-to-day role will include:

• Planning and delivering purposeful lessons that capture the interest of Key Stage 1 pupils.
• Building a classroom culture based on positivity, respect and high expectations.
• Using a range of teaching strategies to cater for different learning styles and abilities.
• Assessing children's work and using observations and data to support their development.
• Providing appropriate support and challenge to help pupils progress.
• Managing behaviour consistently and positively.
• Working closely with colleagues to share ideas and provide a joined-up approach to learning.
• Taking an active role in school activities and contributing to the wider school community.

The Person

The successful Key Stage 1 Teacher in Havering will ideally have:

• QTS and the right to teach in the UK.
• Previous experience teaching Key Stage 1 pupils.
• A secure knowledge of the Key Stage 1 curriculum.
• Strong organisation and classroom management skills.
• The ability to adapt lessons around the needs of individual learners.
• A creative and enthusiastic approach to teaching.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• A genuine commitment to children's progress and wellbeing.
• An Enhanced DBS, or willingness to obtain one where necessary.

What's On Offer?

• Permanent Key Stage 1 teaching position.
• January 2027 start.
• The opportunity to settle into a school and develop your career long term.
• A collaborative and welcoming teaching environment.
• Ongoing CPD and professional development.
• Dedicated support from Academics throughout the process.
• A chance to make a lasting impact on pupils in Havering.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.